Marina Bay: 2024 F1 Free Practice 2 Results: Verstappen Dominates, Ferrari Struggles
The second free practice session at the Marina Bay Grand Prix saw Max Verstappen continue his dominant form, setting the fastest time ahead of teammate Sergio Perez. However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for the Red Bull duo, as Ferrari struggled to find pace, with Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz finishing in the midfield.
Verstappen's Pace Unmatched
Max Verstappen's dominance was evident throughout the session, with the reigning champion setting the fastest time on soft tires with a lap time of 1:42.034. This put him almost half a second ahead of his teammate, Sergio Perez, who finished in second place. The Red Bull duo looked comfortably ahead of the field, showcasing their potential for the race.
Ferrari Struggling to Match Red Bull
Ferrari, however, had a difficult session. While they had shown some promise in FP1, their pace dropped significantly in FP2. Both Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz finished in the midfield, Leclerc in 10th and Sainz in 13th. The team will be hoping to find the pace they need to challenge Red Bull in the remaining sessions.
Other Notable Performances
Lewis Hamilton and George Russell impressed with their performance, finishing third and fourth respectively. Mercedes seem to have found a good balance on the Singapore track, with both drivers looking strong.
Fernando Alonso finished fifth in his Alpine, highlighting the potential for a strong performance from the French team.
A Tense Qualifying Session Awaits
The second practice session showcased the potential for a thrilling qualifying session on Saturday. With Verstappen looking dominant, Ferrari struggling, and Mercedes showing strong pace, the battle for pole position is set to be intense.
Here are some key takeaways from the second practice session:
- Red Bull's dominance is clear, with both drivers topping the timesheets.
- Ferrari struggled to find pace, leaving them out of contention for the top spots.
- Mercedes look strong, with both drivers in the top five.
- Alonso and Alpine are a force to be reckoned with, with Alonso finishing in the top five.
The next session will be the crucial qualifying session, which will decide the starting order for the race. Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting and unpredictable Grand Prix in Singapore!
